Running For President In A Virtual World
Obama Dips Gucci-Clad Toe In Second Life Waters; Clinton, Edwards Hands Off Of Their Digital HQs
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On March 31, 2007, Barack Obama made an otherworldly debut — as an avatar in Second Life. The split identity allowed him to talk to supporters on SoHo Island in Second Life while meeting with a group of Obama enthusiasts at a library in real-life Iowa. (Second Life Herald)
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Supporters of Hillary Clinton built this space for her presidential campaign on Second Life. (CBS)
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An aerial view of a space built by John Edwards' supporters in Second Life. (Second Life Herald)
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No shoes, no shirt...no automatic weapons? In Second Life, sabotage is to be expected. Barack Obama's headquarters is located on Silicon Island, which has its own security force — and signs to warn "griefers." (Second Life Herald)
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Photo Essay Campaigning, Virtually The top-tier candidates for the Democratic nomination for president each have headquarters in a virtual world. Christine Lagorio takes a look.
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